GULF FRONT! Nothing between you and the ocean! The covered lanai (complete with cushioned lounger) provides breathtaking views of the ocean, Marco Island, Caxambass Pass and the Barrier Islands. From the lanai, you will see dolphins, manatee and other wildlife.

Several miles of the famous and beautiful Marco Island crescent beach are just a few scenic steps away. There is a private beach entrance reserved for Cape Marco residents only.

We want everyone who stays with us to have a great rental experience. This begins with your inquiry. We work very hard to respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. If for any reason you have not heard from us by then, PLEASE contact us again. It is possible that your email or telephone message did not reach us.

SCAM ALERT: Recently vacation rental owners have been notified that some travelers have been the victims of fraudulent Phishing schemes. Please know that we are US based and will NEVER require you to go to your bank or any other moneygram type place of business to send us a wire transfer as a condition to securing a rental from us. Before you make any payment for this property, please call us at the number listed under the "contact us" tab above to verify that you are dealing with the actual owner of this property.

**Sorry--no pets or smoking allowed!

(Rent with confidence)

Our property has been recognized by TripAdvisor as a recommended vacation rental! Rent with confidence.

View of the kitchen with new stainless appliances including advantium microwave. Please also note that our cabinets are well stocked to meet all of your cooking needs.

An osprey sitting on the lanai railing...thank you to Kathy and Joel for the picture!

View of the Merida Pool which is gulf side:

One of the exercise rooms in the exercise facility:

View to the North end of Marco Island:

1946 square feet. As you walk into the door of our condo, the first thing you will see is the breathtaking view of the blue gulf waters. If you are like we are, the view will immediately help to relax you and calm you.

The master suite has a king bed with a private bathroom and private slider doors for access to the very large lanai and also has a ceiling fan, alarm clock, plenty of closet space and television with a DVD player. Master bath has dual vanities, soaking tub and separate shower.

The second bedroom has a queen bed, ceiling fan, alarm clock, nice closet space and flat screen television and DVD player.

The third bedroom has a queen bed, ceiling fan, alarm clock, flat screen television and DVD player. This room also has a LARGE closeted alcove where you will find pool gear, beach chairs, beach towels, beach umbrellas, etc.

There is also a stereo/CD player/Ipod docking station in the family room. We also provide binoculars and a telescope so that you can closely view all of the wildlife you see from the lanai. WE ALSO ADDED A Wii with games to play!

For your home office needs, there is a desk in the master bedroom. We also have a Hewlett Packard wireless printer/copier. There is also a fax machine/ answering machine. We also provide a free DSL high speed WiFi internet connection.

This condo is situated right on the water and offers magnificent views of the ocean, the barrier islands and Marco Island itself.

We use our condo as a second home and visit as often as we can. Accordingly, our condo is not your typical rental. You will find our condo in top notch condition and fully furnished, very well appointed and clean. We really do want you to enjoy your stay with us! When you decide to relax in front of the television, we include free premium cable television. There is an electric grill on the lanai and a new, full size, front load washer and dryer in the unit. There is also a new stainless smooth top stove, dishwasher, Advantium microwave and refrigerator in the kitchen.

Try relaxing on the lanai in this comfortable chair with a good book and then getting a bit of shut eye while listening to the wonderful ocean sounds...

Sandcastles on the beach...

Relaxation at its finest...

Rental Rates:

In season: $6300/month

Off season: from $4000/month

Shoulder season: from $5000/month

** (call or email for other arrangements)**

Applicable Florida taxes apply.

Refundable damage deposit applies.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

View from the lanai to the South (Caxambas Pass)

Same view but with the gorgeous sunrise

Master bedroom with sliders to the lanai. What a gorgeous view to wake up to each morning:

Armoire and desk/printer, etc. in master bedroom

sunset--a perfect ending to another great day

A dolphin sighting from our Marco Island condo:

A burrowing owl on Marco Island...

A small beach that is often times available in front of the Cape Marco condos...

View of family room (sofa reclines on both ends)!

Hallway:

Cape Marco as seen from the sky (Merida building with red roof toward picture front)...:

Several miles of beach are just a few steps away with access from the private path along the waterfront (which can be seen in this picture):

Private path to the beach:

Beach Critters:

The gate to the beach at the end of the beach path:

A sunlit Merida building in the background:

My sister and her daughter visiting Cape Romano (can only get there by water) on a wave-runner excursion with Captain Ron which started from the Caxambas Pass Marina (not far from our condo) on the South end of Marco Island: